Vietnam Homecoming Video

• Army Enlistment Requirements
• Phases of Army Basic Training
• Preparing For Army Basic Training
• What To Bring To Bootcamp

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American Soldiers Homecoming: Escorting the Vietnam Traveling Wall Memorial

Interview with William J. Newman, Vietnam veteran. CCSU Veterans History Project

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Preparing For Army Basic Training
I HAVE CHOSEN THE ARMY, HOW DO I PREPARE? Once the decision has been firmly made to enlist in the Army, there are a number of things to be considered for adequate preparation for boot camp and Army life. Should the decision to have a career in the Army be one that is made during a candidate’s high school years, there are some schools that offer the ROTC program to their students. ROTC stands for Reserve Officer Training Corps and is generally conducted as an elective class. In some schools, this class might be offered as an alternative to taking physical education or gym class. The class is instructed by officers, generally retired, who meet the teaching criteria of the local school board. The purpose of this class is to give anyone who ...

What To Bring To Boot Camp
A complete list for what to bring and not to bring to boot camp for both men and women.

Successfully Surviving Army Basic Training
Many ask the question: “what makes enlisting into the Army such a good idea?” That particular answer actually has numerous answers when you consider the benefits that the Army has to offer its recruits. The Army offers on the job training, housing for soldiers and their dependents, excellent pay, full medical care for both the soldiers and their dependents, education benefits and excellent retirement benefits. It’s important to remember that while the Army offers wonderful benefits it is a give and take relationship and what the Army wants in exchange for offering these benefits is a commitment to excellent performance from the recruits. Even this requirement turns into a bonus for the individual as it gives them the satisfaction ...

Phasas of Army Basic Training - What to Expect
The three phasas of bootcamp explained in detail.

Army Enlistment Requirements
Many people seem to believe that enlistment in the Army is a fairly simple process. While the process itself may not be too complicated, the requirements that must be met for successful enlistment are rather strict. Although some people may feel that these requirements are difficult, please keep in mind that the Army is seeking individuals who are not only talented, but who also possess the necessary physical and mental capabilities needed for military service. The following list comprises the requirements needed for successful enlistment in the Army.

81st Infantry Division of the United States Army Wore the First Shoulder Sleeve Insignia
The first United States Army shoulder sleeve insignia was worn by members of the 81st Infantry Division This is an important aspect from an insignia collectors viewpoint

Preparing For Army Basic Training
If you are thing about enlisting in the Army, you probably need to know a couple of things about making it through basic training Army basic training is difficult